Fun to dance! A roundup of recommended dance songs for young children, perfect for daycare and sports days
Dance activities in daycare and at sports festivals are very important times for children!By moving their bodies to music, they can learn a sense of fun and rhythm.Choosing a special dance for the upcoming sports festival is one of the exciting parts, too.Here, we introduce recommended dance songs for young children that are perfect for daycare and sports festivals.Kids who are tuned into trends will also enjoy dancing to more mature-sounding songs.Choose dances and exercises that match the children’s preferences, and have both kids and adults get excited together!
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Fun to dance! A roundup of recommended dance songs for preschoolers for daycare and sports days (271–280)
Super Dancin’ ManiaTokyo Dizunīrando
This dance track was created for the special event Club Disney, held at Tokyo Disneyland.
In this event where you can dance together with Disney friends, the park was enveloped in an excitement that made it feel like a massive club, captivating many guests.
With its lively rhythm and simple choreography, it’s designed for everyone—from kids to adults—to enjoy, making it perfect for use at sports days and recreational activities.
Just like during the event, pairing it with sparkly costumes and colorful lights enhances the fun of the dance even more.
It’s an energetic song that lets you get fired up together with your friends.
B A Y M A XTōkyō Dizunīrando Beimakkusu
This is an upbeat dance song used in the Baymax’s Happy Ride attraction at Tokyo Disneyland.
With the name “Baymax” sung to the rhythm, the song features a lively, friendly melody.
The choreography is very simple—just moving your arms up and down is enough to have fun—so anyone from kids to adults can join in easily.
Dancing in a group naturally brings out smiles and fills the venue with a cheerful atmosphere.
It’s also recommended as a crowd-pleaser for school sports days and community events.
Idol Precure with You♪ Light Up!Ishii Ami, Kumada Akane, Yoshitake Chihaya
A bright, energetic, and fun-filled anime song has arrived! Sung by Ami Ishii, Akane Kumada, and Chihaya Yoshitake, this track features captivating vocals that convey the power of friendship and the beauty of music.
Its dazzling, lively melody and lyrics about smiles and sparkle will resonate with your heart.
Chosen as the opening theme for the anime “Kimi to Idol Precure♪,” which began airing in February 2025, it’s slated for release in March of the same year in two formats: a CD+DVD edition and a standard edition.
It’s the perfect song for anyone who wants a boost through music, as well as for kids who want to sing and dance together with their friends.
sound ninjaFukuda Sho
Let’s show off some ninja arts to the beat! Introducing Oto Ninja.
When you think of ninjas, many of you might picture them being skilled at hiding from enemies or making a quick escape.
This time, let’s transform into “Oto Ninja,” who perform ninja arts in time with sounds! If you listen closely, you can hear all kinds of sounds.
Move your body to match the sounds you hear, and you’ll also discover the joy of dancing.
Try expanding the conversation by asking, “What sound do you think this is?”
We are ninjas, indeed.Fukuda Sho
Perfect for the adorable vibe of infants, too! Presenting “We Are Little Ninjas.” At sports days and festivals, you can catch the cool performances of the preschool classes, but many people also look forward to the adorable moments from the infant classes, right? This time, let’s transform into ninjas with “We Are Little Ninjas,” a piece that even infant classes can try.
Its gentle melody and soft choreography are just right for the little ones.
Give it a try in your program!
A little bit of exercise
“A Little Exercise” is a fun routine where kids move just a little to the rhythm and enjoy themselves with smiles.
It also works as a full-body workout, making it perfect as a warm-up for sports days or recreational activities.
With unexpected moves that make you think, “Wait, we’re doing that next?”, even adult participants can enjoy the surprises.
Above all, the teacher doing the exercise cheerfully and energetically is the best model for the children.
If you add slightly exaggerated gestures, you’ll likely hear the kids burst into laughter.
nectarineterebi senshi
This song was created as the theme for NHK Educational TV’s popular program “Tensai TV-kun.” It vividly expresses the mindset of valuing children’s senses and intuition, set to a bright, pop melody.
With warm vocals by Macaroni Enpitsu and fun choreography by yurinasia, the piece achieves a wonderful harmony.
It’s also included on the album “Otona no Namida,” and is performed on the show alongside the energetic dance routines of the TV Warriors.
As a song you can dance to freely with kids, it’s perfect for music time at nursery schools and kindergartens, or for dance segments at sports days.
Carrying a message about cherishing one’s individuality, it’s also recommended as a theme song for various events.